The 2025-2026 LCC Interest is due Friday, April 4, 2025. Any student with previous or current membership in a Learning Community may join the Learning Community Council.

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Become part of the LCC to…

• Represent your LC and make sure your experiences are heard
• Give back to the LC program
• Develop your leadership skills during your first year at UConn
• Be a spokesperson for Learning Communities
• Contribute to major events and projects

The Learning Community Council is comprised of undergraduate students committed to giving back to the Learning Community Program through deeper involvement with promotion and recruitment, events, and project management. Students on the LCC serve on projects and event planning teams which focus on key aspects of the Learning Community experience and require students with a myriad of interests and skill sets. This opportunity provides students with a larger network of inter-Learning Community friends, opportunities for innovative thinking, leadership growth and development, insight into the Learning Community experience and its operations, and more! Through training, meetings, and leadership opportunities, LCC members will develop professional skills such as public speaking and networking.

Learning Community Executive Council (LCEC)

The 2025-2026 LCEC Application will be available from Sunday, December 1, 2024 through 11:59pm on Thursday, February 6, 2025.

Apply for the LCEC

Within the LCC, the Learning Community Executive Council (LCEC) is the undergraduate student governing board which oversees the operations of the Learning Community Council and serves as project leads for important events and initiatives. With the advisement and support of the Learning Community Office professional staff, the LCEC oversees student involvement and leadership development within the Learning Community program from a peer perspective, paying close attention to the vision and mission of the Learning Community Office. The LCEC works closely with the Office to plan, promote, execute, and staff important Learning Community events while also contributing to projects, processes, and assessment methods.

Any student with previous or current membership in a Learning Community may apply for a position on the Executive Council for a one year term. Students selected to serve on the LCEC must have exhibited previous leadership experience and commitment to the LC program by holding a leadership role in their individual Learning Community or with the Department of First Year Programs & Learning Communities.

The Learning Community Executive Council and their LCC Committees will be an authentic student voice advocating to ensure the Learning Community program creates a

cohesive ᛫ supportive ᛫ vibrant ᛫ diverse ᛫ inclusive ᛫ and engaging experience

for every member, building a network of positive support which will provide wraparound impact and spaces for individual growth.

The LCEC and LCC Committees will prioritize:

• Equity, innovation, individual outreach & relationships
• Cross-collaboration and interaction by being open to getting to know all members of the team
• Collective contributions to Learning Community wide initiatives by actively volunteering for any LCC programs we will offer
• Curiosity and celebration of individual Learning Communities’ identities and values

Learn more: LCEC Information 2024-2025

Floor Mentors

Students interested in being a Floor Mentor for 2025-2026 can apply on their Learning Community Supplemental Application, available after submitting the Housing Application, which is due on February 19

Learning Community Floor Mentors assist in fulfilling the mission of the Learning Community Program by working to ensure their LCs are inclusive and supportive environments. Mentors are positive role models and resources to LC members, providing advice and support during their transition to UConn. Floor Mentors will work in collaboration with all members of the LC Leadership Team to successfully execute the vision of member engagement for each individual community.

Learn more: Floor Mentor Position Description

Floor Mentor Teaching Assistants (TAs)

The TA Application is due by 11:59pm on Sunday, January 26, 2025.

Apply to be a Floor Mentor TA

NOTE: You must be a past Learning Community Floor Mentor who has participated in the EPSY Course to apply.

The Learning Community (LC) EPSY Teaching Assistant (TA) will engage LC Floor Mentors as they navigate their mentoring experience. TAs will act as a resource and positive role model to Floor Mentors and work collaboratively with the other TAs and Instructors to facilitate the learning outcomes of the Floor Mentor EPSY Course. In addition, TAs will utilize consistent verbal and written communication skills to ensure a seamless flow of information between TAs and Instructors and the Floor Mentors, bringing key concerns or themes to the leadership team for consideration and discussion.

Learn more: EPSY TA Position Description

FYE Mentors

The 2025 FYE Mentor Application is due on February 14.

FYE Mentor Application

Many Learning Communities select mentors that participate in the FYE Mentor Program here at UConn. This role includes a 3 credit EPSY 3020 course, as well as participating in and helping to facilitate the weekly LC UNIV 1810 course, among other responsibilities. LC FYE Mentors often have the opportunity to live in their Learning Communities, and they act as a resource and a leader to students beyond the classroom.

Resident Assistants (RAs)

The 2025-2026 RA Application is due on December 1, 2024. 

The Resident Assistant (RA) is a student leader who contributes to and supports the educational and personal goals of resident students. The RA also facilitates the development of a vibrant and positive living environment in on-campus housing. The RA promotes the educational, social, and cultural development of the student outside of the classroom, communicates expectations and addresses issues of student conduct, and provides programmatic opportunities. RAs within the Learning Community Program contribute to the success of their community by developing programming and other opportunities for students based on the overall mission of their specific community.

Residential Life Hall Directors and Assistant Hall Directors supervise RAs and also make valuable contributions to the success of our programs.

UConn Innovation Zone

In the Innovation Zone which is open to all students, any student can get involved as a Maker Mentor or Maker Specialist! For more information, click here.